Catholic Bible Study Luminous Mysteries: The Wedding at Cana
Oct 5, 2023
Explore the Wedding at Cana and its parallels to the Old Testament. Discover the significance of Jesus' first miracle and His calling of His mother 'woman'. Reflect on the meaning of Jesus' promise of wine and its connection to the crucifixion and the Eucharist.
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Jesus' First Public Miracle
- The wedding at Cana is Jesus' first public miracle, marking the start of His self-manifestation.
- This event reveals His glory and prompts His disciples to believe in Him.
Old Testament Echoes in Cana
- The wedding at Cana echoes Exodus 19 where God presents Himself as Israel's divine spouse.
- Mary's role at Cana echoes Israel's covenant response by urging obedience to Jesus similarly to Israel's promise to obey God.
"On the Third Day" Connection
- The wedding at Cana begins "on the third day," echoing God's revelation at Sinai on the third day.
- This timing links Jesus' manifestation of glory to God's Old Testament self-revelation to Israel.